Buzz Bumble To The Rescue

by Lynn E. Hazen

Book Description Publication June 5, 2006 Buzz Bumble is a bit of a show-off. He likes to impress his friends with fancy flying. So when new bee Baby Bumble arrives on the scene and steals the limelight, he is not happy. But then Baby Bumble finds herself in mortal danger, caught in a Venus Flytrap - can Buzz swallow his pride and help set her free?

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

Paperback

First published May 13, 2005

About the author

Lynn E. Hazen writes books filled with humor, heart and hope. SHIFTY, her young adult novel, was praised by Kirkus Reviews as “a realistic story that resonates. Smart writing and an engaging narrative keep the story fresh, while an interesting plot will keep readers turning the pages.”

SHIFTY was chosen for VOYA’s Top Shelf Fiction, as a CCBC Choice, and as a Smithsonian Notable.

Lynn’s books for younger readers include: two young chapter books, Cinder Rabbit and The Amazing Trail of Seymour Snail, Mermaid Mary Margaret (middle grade novel), hailed "a winner" by Kirkus Reviews; and Buzz Bumble to the Rescue (a picture book).

Lynn earned an M.F.A. in Writing For Children and Young Adults at Vermont College, and an M.A. in Education at San Francisco State University.

Lynn E. Hazen enjoys giving presentations at schools, libraries, conferences, and literary events. She teaches classes in Writing for Children & Young Adults at UC Berkeley Extension & Stanford Continuing Studies.

Lynn lives with her family in San Francisco, CA.

Lynn blogs at The Imaginary Blog:
http://LynnHazenImaginaryBlog.blogspo...

http://www.ShiftyTheBook.com
http://www.CinderRabbit.com
http://www.MermaidMaryMargaret.com
http://www.myspace.com/ShiftyTheBook

Reviews

[Val · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a cute little book. Not really for me, obviously, but I can see it "bee-ing" adorable for kids. It's got big pages, bright colors, and easy to read sentences. Also very short, probably due to young children's low attention spans. If I had kids, would read this to them. But I don't have kids. I read it because we picked it up for free from a neighbor. Gonna drop it off at church. Think someone there will enjoy it.

[Margie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Children will enjoy this tale about bees, especially Buzz who thinks he’s been forgotten with so much attention on the newest baby. Ultimately he becomes a hero when he rescues the sticky baby bee from a predicament.

[Sunni Berbert · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute illustrations. Love how the text interacts with the images and the story.

[Maria · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a recognizable situation! You think you're the cutest thing on the block and then your little sister steals the show. It is a great book about sibling rivalry that kids relate to. Lynn Hazen's witty writing and humorous puns make this book funny and charming. Buzz shows his true character when he puts aside his pride and envy and risks all to save his little sister.
Jill Newton's illustrations are luminous. Her bright, vivid colors remind me of ice-cream cones and add to the summery, happy feeling this book gave me. The round bodies and little wings of the bees are adorable and reflect the images Lynn evokes with the text ("Baby fluttered her tiny wings").
I like Buzz and Baby and want to hear more about them!

[Hannah · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a cute book that anyone with siblings or close friends can identify with. The illustrations are vibrant and eye catching. Although I do not feel as though this a favorite picture book,I think the story is sweet and simple enough that it is likable. I think this book would be great for any child with a new sibling. This could help them understand their part in the relationship as being older and responsible. This can show them that being a good brother or sister is better than being the center of attention which is a difficult lesson to learn for many children I believe.

[Jim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet as honey.

[Katie Beck · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a cute book. This is a good book to read to teach childrent to use their imagination and to show them that everyone has strengths.

[Suzy · Rating 5 out of 5]

My 2 year old daughter enjoyed this book, the bright, colourful illustrations are lovely and the story is very enjoyable.

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Simple and straightforward. A good message.

[Little Champs]

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